Perchloric Acid
Synonyms: Perchloric acid, Hydrogen perchlorate
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Perchloric Acid
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL3445
CAS Number
7601-90-3
EC Number
231-512-4
EC Index Number
017-005-00-2
Grade
AR
HSN Code
28112990
Molecular Formula
HClO4
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Perchloric Acid
Catalogue No.
AL3445
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7601-90-3
EC Number
231-512-4
Grade
AR
EC Index Number
017-005-00-2
Chemical Formula
HClO4
HSN Code
28112990
Synonyms
Perchloric acid, Hydrogen perchlorate
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Strong oxidizer used in analytical chemistry and metal digestion.
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Ox. Liq. 1; Skin Corr. 1A
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24247 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Oxidizer, Corrosive
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H271: May cause fire or explosion; strong Oxidizer; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Strong oxidizer; may cause fire or explosion in contact with organic materials.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Perchloric Acid
CAS No.
7601-90-3
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air; give oxygen if necessary.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Flush with water.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Flush with water for at least 15 min.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Give large amounts of water.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Severe burns, respiratory distress, and potential for explosion upon contact with organics.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Contact with organic materials may cause fire or explosion; use water spray to cool containers.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Evacuate area. Contain spill and neutralize with sodium bicarbonate or other suitable agents.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Absorb liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Handle in a fume hood with appropriate PPE. Avoid contact with organics and reduce exposure to air.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Fireproof. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use appropriate respiratory protection when handling in poorly ventilated areas.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Liquid
Colour
Colorless
Odour
odorless
Odour threshold
Not specified
pH value
Not specified
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not specified
Melting point
-112 °C
Freezing point
Not specified
Boiling point
19 °C @ 11 MM HG
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable
Vapour pressure
Not specified
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Relative vapor density (air = 1): 3.5
Density
1.768 @ 22 °C
Solubility
Solubility in water: miscible
Log Pow
Not specified
Viscosity, kinematic
Not specified
Viscosity, dynamic
Not specified
Explosive properties
May explode on contact with organic materials
Oxidising properties
Strong oxidizer
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Reacts violently with organic materials and reducing agents.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
VOLATILE.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
May explode on heating. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Organic materials, reducing agents, metals, and bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
Not specified
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Toxic if inhaled or ingested; causes severe burns.
Skin corrosion/irritation
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
UN 1873
UN-No. (IMDG)
UN 1873
UN-No. (IATA)
UN 1873
UN-No. (ADN)
UN 1873
UN-No. (RID)
UN 1873
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Perchloric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Perchloric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Perchloric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Perchloric Acid
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Perchloric Acid
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
5.1 (8)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
I
Packing group (IMDG)
I
Packing group (IATA)
I
Packing group (ADN)
I
Packing group (RID)
I
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.